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1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die

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Published: 2006-03-07
Hardcover : 960 pages

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For discerning bibliophiles and readers who enjoy unforgettable classic literature, 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die is a trove of reviews covering a century of memorable writing. Each work of literature featured here is a seminal work key to understanding and appreciating the written word.The featured works have been handpicked by a team of international critics and literary luminaries, including Derek Attridge (world expert on James Joyce), Cedric Watts (renowned authority on Joseph Conrad and Graham Greene), Laura Marcus (noted Virginia Woolf expert), and David Mariott (poet and expert on African-American literature), among some twenty others.Addictive, browsable, knowledgeable—1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die will be a boon companion for anyone who loves good writing and an inspiration for anyone who is just beginning to discover a love of books. Each entry is accompanied by an authoritative yet opinionated critical essay describing the importance and influence of the work in question. Also included are publishing history and career details about the authors, as well as reproductions of period dust jackets and book designs.

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Recommended to book clubs by 2 of 3 members.

This is a great reference to choose book club readings from

by anng.atlanta (see profile) 09/08/09

If your club is having a hard time finding books to read, this is a great reference to pick from. Ordered by date of publication with an index helps to locate favorite works.

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"1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die"by Betty W. (see profile) 06/11/15

Seeing as how I don't have enough years left to read 1001 more books that someone else thinks I need to read, I would say that I found many of the selections less than inspiring and rather archaic. However,... (read more)

"Perfect Resource!"by Yvonne O. (see profile) 06/09/10

This is a fabulous book not only for the pictures of the novels inside, the smart chronological organization and the heft and sturdy binding, but the sheer ability to start to "check-off" things on a "list".... (read more)

"Great book for anyone looking for something to read"by Ann G. (see profile) 09/08/09

This is a great resource for books to read covering centuries of writing, some well known and others not so much. Each listed book gives interesting details about the story and author. There are a wide... (read more)

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